Computing Careers Cards: Free Printable Card Set for Year 6
Computing Careers Cards is a free printable card set for Year 6 (ages 10 to 11), in Key Stage 2. Ten tech jobs to cut out and match It comes from the Mini Minds Hub, a growing library of free printables from Jaques of London, the British games and toy company that has been making games for families since 1795.
It is two A4 pages. Page 1 is the activity for children. Page 2 is for the grown-up: it has notes on how to use the sheet, help for children who find it hard, a stretch idea, and the answers. Print it at home or in the classroom. Black and white printing works well.
What is on the sheet
This card set includes cards to cut out and use.
A look at what children will meet:
- Software developer: writes the code that makes apps work
- Web designer: plans how a website looks
- Games designer: invents the rules and levels of a game
- Data analyst: looks at numbers to find patterns
- Network engineer: keeps computers connected
- Cyber security expert: protects information from hackers
- Robotics engineer: builds and programs robots
- App tester: hunts for mistakes before an app is shared
- Animator: makes pictures move on screen
- Computing teacher: helps others learn to code
Who this is for
Year 6 (ages 10 to 11) in Key Stage 2.
Key Stage 2 covers Years 3 to 6, ages 7 to 11. Children are widening what they know and getting better at explaining their thinking, so activities that ask them to reason, not only recall, are especially useful. Use it at home, in class, on a rainy afternoon or at a family gathering.
What children practise
- Reading
- Careers ideas
- Discussion
Children learn what different jobs in technology do and talk about which might suit them.
Learning focus and curriculum link
Subject: Computing. Key stage: Key Stage 2. It supports the subject at this level through short, focused practice.
This sheet is a practice and play activity. It supports classroom learning and is not a replacement for it.
How to use it
- Print both pages. Page 1 is for the child. Keep page 2 for the grown-up.
- Players: one or two. Play time: about 15 minutes. Cut out the cards and sort them into three piles.
- Work through the activity together the first time. Talk about each choice.
- Check against the notes on page 2 and the answers.
- Come back to it another day. Repeating a familiar activity builds confidence.
If it feels too hard
Read the cards together and talk about one job at a time.
To stretch confident children
Pick one job and write three things a person in it does each day.
Make it a game
Pick a card and act out the job. Others guess which one it is.
Tips for parents and teachers
- Print on plain A4 paper. Black and white printing works too.
- Work through it together the first time, then let children try alone.
- Praise effort and thinking, not only correct answers.
A screen-free computing activity for Year 6
Children spend a lot of time on screens. This is a screen-free computing activity that needs only paper and a pencil. It works as quiet time after school, a rainy day activity, a holiday boredom buster or a calm moment before bed. Screen-free learning gives eyes a rest and gets children talking, thinking and writing by hand.
Free computing resources for teachers
Teachers can use this card set as a starter, a plenary, an early finisher task, a supply teacher resource, a homework task or a table activity. It needs no preparation beyond printing. The learning focus and skills are listed above so you can match it to your planning, and page 2 gives support and stretch ideas for mixed ability groups.
Computing ideas for parents at home
You do not need to be a teacher to use this. Read the sheet through, sit with your child for the first go and let them lead. Short bursts of ten to fifteen minutes work better than long sessions. If you are looking for free computing worksheets for Year 6, or simple home learning for the weekend or school holidays, this is a good place to start.
Home education and tutoring
Home educators and tutors can print this as part of a wider computing plan. It pairs well with books, outdoor play and everyday talk. Because the sheet is free and printable, you can use it again for brothers and sisters or for revision a few weeks later.
Why it helps children learn
Hands-on, paper based activities slow learning down in a good way. Children read carefully, think before they answer and see their own progress on the page. Games and challenges add a reason to keep going. That mix of play and practice is why printable activities like this are popular with parents, teachers and home educators.
What children will be able to do
- I can name some jobs in technology.
- I can say what each job does.
- I can talk about which job might suit me.
Check it worked
Ask these when the sheet is finished. Listen for the reasoning, not just the answer.
- What does this job involve day to day?
- Which skills would you need for it?
- Which job would you like to try, and why?
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Frequently asked questions
What age is Computing Careers Cards for?
It is written for Year 6 (ages 10 to 11), in Key Stage 2.
What will children practise?
Children learn what different jobs in technology do and talk about which might suit them.
How do I use it?
Players: one or two. Play time: about 15 minutes. Cut out the cards and sort them into three piles.
What if it feels too hard?
Read the cards together and talk about one job at a time.
Is it free?
Yes. It is free to print for home and classroom use.
Is Computing Careers Cards suitable for teachers to use in class?
Yes. Teachers can use it as a starter, plenary, early finisher task, homework or table activity. It needs no preparation beyond printing.
Is this a screen-free activity?
Yes. It is a screen-free printable that needs only paper and a pencil, so it works well for quiet time, rainy days and school holidays.
Can I use it for home education?
Yes. Home educators and tutors can use it on its own or as part of a wider plan. It is free to print again for brothers, sisters or revision.
How long does it take?
Most children finish page 1 in 10 to 20 minutes. The notes on page 2 suggest ways to make it shorter or longer.
Do I need to print in colour?
No. It prints well in black and white on plain A4 paper.
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